The North Wales Weekly News

LLANRWST. PREACHERS.—The followmg will be the preachers for next Sunday — ^ion (C.M.) Rev. Jonathan Jones, St Asaph. Scotland Street (C.M) Rev. T. J. James, Penmachno. Horeb (W.): Mr. R. T. Roberts. St. James' (W.) (Eng-.): Mr. Schofield, Colwyn Bay. Tabernacle (C.) Prayer Meeting. Rev. W. Cynwyd "»illiams. tbenezer (C.) (Mission): Sunday School. Mission Services. Penuel (B.): Dr. Abel J. Parry, Rhyl. Breton Mission: Parochial Mass. n a.m. Welsh Devo- tions, 6.30 p.m. G. M. Trebaol, O.M.I. SEEDS.—A choice selection of cegetable and Flower Seeds.—E. Owen, Seedsman, Bridge- street, Llanrwst. 369 CHISHOLM, FLORIST, LLANRWST — breaths, Crosses, made of choice white flowers at the shortest notice, from 5s. 6d. to £2 2S. ad. 452 EXTENSION.—Mr. J. D. Jones applied at the Llanrwst Petty Sessions on Monday for an ex- tension of one hour at the King's Head Hotel on the occasion of the annual dinner of the Mutual Improvement Society on the 23rd insit. The application was granted. MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY.—On Wednesday Mr. J. J. Lloyd opened the debate in a characteristic manner on Stiggins, Esq." The chair was occupied by Mr. R. G. Owen. Others present were Messrs. W. H. Williams, D. J. Williams, W. Williams, J. D. Jones, Thomas Thomas, Albert Hughes, Dr. Huw Williams, T. Tudor Williams, Evan Jones, O. R. Hughes, G. R. Jones, J. W. Jones, Walter Roberts, Ivor Pugh Roberts, and Allen Roberts. Messrs. Albert Hughes and J. D. Jones were congratu- lated on being the selected candidates for the County Council election, a fact that reflected credit upon the Society. TABERNACLE LITERARY SOCIETY.- Should the franchise be extended to women?" Was the subject of debate on Friday. The affirmative was taken by Miss Hughes, Towpit- hill, and the negative by Mr. Enos. W dlliams. After a heated discussion the majority was in favour of extending the franchise on certain conditions. The chair was occupied by Mr. J. O. Jones, Aneddle. PRESENTATION.—tiremain. Mr. W. R. Davies. was on Thursday last presented with a handsome clock bv his fellow members of the brigade, on the occasion of his marriage. The presentation was made by Captain T. R. Jones, and the recipient suitably responded. The clock was supplied by Mr. David Jones, Berlin House. ZION LITERARY SOCIETY.—" The presenit political situation" was the subject of an address delivered before a large attendance on Friday evening, Mr. T. Tudor Williams pre- siding. The Society closes the session on Friday, when the men will provide refreshments, and a social evening will follow. EDUCATION AUTHORITY.—The monthly meeting of the Education Authority was held on Monday, Mr. W. J. Williams presiding. There Were also present. Rev. W. Cynwyd Williams, Messrs. O. Isgoed Jones, David Roberts, W. E. Jones Albert Hughes, David Lewis, William Jon^s) Dr. Huw Williams, Edward Mills, and William Hughes; with-the Deputy Clerk, Mr. Wm. Roberts, and the Attendance Officer, Mr. Thos. Williams. It was resolved that a stove be purchased for the use of Capel Gannon Schoo1 The attendance list for the month showed Llanddoget to hold the premier position with a percentage of attendance of 93.5, closely followed bv Llanrwst Council Boys with 93.4, and Llanddewi 93.2, Llanrwst N.P. Boys 92.5, and Nanit v Rhiw 92. The lowest was Llan- gernyw, with 81.5. The percentage of attend- ance for the month showed an increase, being 9o as compared with 87.5 for the previous .-The application of 1fT. Davies, Master Q Nebo School, for an increase of salary was ^cussed and it was decided to send the same to the County Education Authority for their Obstrvatioii. TEMPERANCE.—The sixth meeting of the Session in conneotiion with the Women s Tem- peranioe Union was held on Thursday after- noon a't Horeb Vestry. (Misis Jones, Tiy'miy- caeau, presided. The meeting was opened by Mrs. Griffith Jones. An excellent paper was read by Mrs. R. J. Williams on The Import- ance of training the young in temperance know- ledge." An interesting discussion followed, Mrs, Williams (Pre.swylfa), Mrs. Rowlands, and others taking part. Songs were rendered by Mrs. T. C. Roberts and Miss Meta William- and a recitation bv Miss Olwen Rowlands. The singers were accompanied by Mrs. Willuams, Gwynfa, in, her usual able manner. HOREB LITERARY SOCIETY.—On Mon- day, the Rev. T. C. Roberts presiding, a debate took place on the question Is the age improv- ing or de-terixDTatiqg? Papers were read by Messrs. Tommy Roberts and David Austin Jones. There was a good attendance, and an interesting' discussion took place. CHURCH MEN'S SOCIETY.—The final meeting of the session wias held on Monday evening when a large number of the members assembled Refreshments were kindly provided by the Rev T. Roberts, the tables being at- tended to by Mrs. Roberts, Miss Morgan, and other ladies. Mr. C. T. Allard was voted to the chair. A very interesting paper on Lay Work in the Church was read by Mr. A. E. Evians, Gwydyr. Further remarks on the sub- ject were made by the Rev. T. Roberts, the Rector, Messrs. Watling, Mcfarlane, Albert Hughes, E. P. Hughes, T. Thomas, W. M. All- sup, Backer, Wilson, Jones, and the Chairman. Votes of thanks were passed to Mr. Evans for his valuable paper, to Mr. Allard for presiding, to the Rev. T. Roberts and Mrs. Roberts for providing refreshments, and to Mr. R. H. Jones for secretarial work during the session.

CAPEL CURIG. PARISH MEETING.—A Parish Meeting was held on Saturday, Mr. John Morris (Cae Mawr) Presiding, when the following gentlemen were ected to serve as Parish Councillors for the ??suin.g three years:—Messrs. Thos. Henry Rhes, Snow don-view; Hugh Price, Llugwy otta.ge; Rees Hughes, Bryn. Engan J. R. r^U-ghes, 3, Bryn LIys Edward Owen, Dolgam J Griffith Jones, Tanygarih; Griffith Roberts, )ryn Llys. Mr. Mathew Roberts was nomin- ated as guardian, and it does not appear that there will be any opposition.

LLANRHYCHWYN. PARISH MEETING.—A parish meeting was held on Saturday evening, Rev. John Gower presiding. The following were duly elected to serve as Parish Councillors for the ensuing three years :—Messrs. John Thomas Evans, Ribo; Owen Evans, Tuhwnt i'r Gors Thomas Evans, Gwydyr Cottage; Edward Jones, Blaen y Wern Llewelyn G. Jones, Maes yr Hal; Ed- Ward Williams, Bryniog Uucha, and John Wil- liams, Tyddyn Bach. The Rev. John Gower inforrned the members present he did not seek re-election on the Guardians and District Coun- cil. He thanked them for their valuable support during the long period which he had had the Pleasure of representing them on the Council, which extended over 40 years. Several of the members expressed their sincere regret that Mr. Gower had decided to break his connection, as Guardian. The Clerk also sipoke. Mr. Llew. Jones was nominated to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Mr. Gower.

MAENAN. PARISH MEETING.—A parish meeting was held at the School on Saturday, Mr. T. W. Jones presiding, when the following persons Were duly elected to serve as Parish Councillors for the next three years, namely, Messrs. Henry Davies, Nant y Pryfaid; Edward Evans, Tyddyn Frenchiex David Jones, Goppy; Evan .Tomes, Tan'rallt; William Jones, Goelas Bach; D. G. Joines, Rhiwdafna; Robert W7ynne, Ty'n- yr-Allt. The retiring member, Mr. D. G. Jones, was nominated to represent the Parish on the Guardians and District Council.

TREFRIW. AN INTERPLEADER.-At the Llanrwst County Court on Friday before his Honour Judge Moss, an interpleader action was heard, in which Mr. G. F. Keery, butcher, Llanrwst, was the judgment creditor for 62 15s. 3d. from the Belle Vue Hotel Company. Mr. T. Latimer Jones (Messrs. Porter, Aimphlett and Jones) appeared for the judgment creditor. Mr. Michael Judge said he was manager of the Belle Vue Hotel, and had been appointed to act on behalf of the Company and on behalf of the Receiver. Mr. T. Latimer Jones pointed out that an execution was put in on the 15th Febru- ary last, and no claim was put in by the present defendant until the 26th, and he submitted that the claim was too late and out of time, and now the man Moore was claiming the furniture and ignoring the Court entirely. He contended rl-n' that the amount should be now paid into Court. Mr. Judge said the furniture did not belong to the Belle Vue Company, buit to the receiver. His Honour said he had received a number of documents from this man Moore, and a curt letter stating that he could not attend the Court that day as he had something more important to attend to, he would therefore adjourn the case to. the next Court, and the costs must be paid into Court by the defendants two clear days before the next hearing. THE BELLE VUE AND SHIP HOTELS.— At the Bettws-y-Coed Petty Sessions, Michael Judge applied that the licenses of the above hotel's be renewed to him. It will be remem- bered that at the previous hearing the Bench would not grant the renewals until the licenses had been paid for. Mr..Judge now produced a receipt for the payment of the license of the Ship Hotel, and the Licence was renewed. Re- garding the Belle Vue, Mr. Judge stated that he had had a wire from Mr. Moore stating that the money had been sent on direct to the collector at Bangor for the payment of the licence, but as the Bench had no proof of payment Mr. Judge was requested to wire to Bangor. This was accordingly done, and a reply to the effect that the money had been paid was received at the Court, and the licence was accordingly renewed. PARISH MEETING.—A parish meeting was held Oh Saturday evening., Mr. R. E. Thomas presiding, when the following were nominated on the Parish Council: —Messrs. Chas. Adam- son, Robert Roberts, R. H. Williams, Samuel Hughes, T. R. Williams, Rev. Henry Jones, Messrs. David Roberts, Dr. W. M. W illiams, William Owen (Poplars). The above were de- clared elected, buit the following gentlemen were also nominated:—Rev. John Gower, Messrs. Robert Evans, William Owen (Guelder Rose), William McGaul, A. J. Wright, A. Lloyd Griffith, William Smith, David Roberts (Bryn Afon), Chas. F. Chambers, R. T. Ellis, Thos. Roberts, and Michael Judge. The following persons demanded a poll to be taken: Messrs. A. J. Wright, William McGaul, Michael Judge, C. D. Temple, and William Smith. As the poll was not withdrawn an election will be taken on the 21 persons nominated on April 2nd, unless twelve of the above withdraw from the contest by noon on the 22nd instant. THE TENNIS GROUNDS:—The Parish Council have passed a resolution in, favour of purchasing the tennis grounds together with the buildings and appurtenances for the sum of /500, submitted their proposal for the consider- ation of the parish meeting for their observa- tions. A discussion took place, and the Rev. Henry Jones submitted the Council's proposal in detail, this was seconded by Mr. J. Idwal Williams, Post Office. Several spoke in favour of the proposal, and the resolution was put to the meeting and carried unanimously, and the Parish Council was authorised to apply for a loan and make the necessary completion. The Rev. Henry Jones presided at a special meeting of the Parish Council on Tuesday evening, when arrangements for the purchase of the ten- nis grounds were completed. It was further re- solved to apply for a loan for the purpose. PENIEL (CM.) LITERARY SOCIETY.—Mr R. Roberts, Bronderw, nresided on Thursday evening. The subject under discussion was "Which is the most advantageous for the for- mation of a strong character, town or country?" Miss W7 illiams, Gwydyr House, opened in favour of the former, and wats supported by Mr. E. H. Edwards, Wlgfa. Miss M. E. Evans, Wern favoured the country, and was supported by Mr. D. Davies, Llys. Several members hav- ing spoken, the meeting favouaed the town. ELECTION.—Mr. McGaul has signified his intenrtion to stand as a candidate at the ensuing Geirionydd Rural District Council and Board of Guardians election for the parish. DISTRICT COUNCIL.—At the Parish meet. ing held on Saturday evening, the Rev. Henry Jones and Mr. R. T. Ellis were nominated as candidates for the Guardians and District Coun- cil. THE MOTOR SERVICE.—At the Parish Meeting held on Saturday evening a resolution was passed in favour of asking the London and North Western Railway to run a road motot service from Conway to Llanrwst via Trefriw, and the following were elected to represent the village: —Rev. Henry Jones, Messrs. Chas. Adamson, A. J. Wright, T. R. Williams, and R. II. Williams.

TALYBONT, COUNCIL SCHOOL.—On Wednesday the Misses Brazil, Ffynnonbedr, visited the school to give prizes to the children who had kept the best nature diary. The first prize was divided between Peter Greene, "Caerhun, and John Gethin Jones, Bodgethin. Extra prizes were given to the following:—Arthur Webster, Cae- rhun Dora Williams, Bodgwynedd Tommy Williams, Arddja; Sarah E. Jones, Pant yr Iwrch • Lizziie Williams, Frongader W. Ernest Owen Dull Inn Llewelyn Griffith, Brynhelyg Rose A. Williams, Tyddyn y Coed; and Mary M. Jones, Plas Arfon. TEMPERANCE MEETING.—On Wednesday evening Dr. Owen, Llanrwst, delivered a most interesting and eloquent address on temperance at the C.M. Chapel. Owing to the severity of the weather, the attendance was not so good as it might have been. BACHELORS' SUPPER.—On Friday, the bachelors of the Talybont C.M. Chapel provided a supper and entertainment in aid of the bazaar fund. Being rather afraid of the ordeal of doing anything themselves, they invited the aid of the following ladies —Misses Jane Williams, Bod- gwvnedd Mary Jones, Shop Newydd; Annie ■Hughes, Glyndwr; Annie Roberts, Panteg; A. B. Jones and Hattie Jones, Plas Arfon; Hattie Jones, Royal Oak Jennie Evans, Pandy. The following were the bachelors who acted as waiters &c. :—Mr. Elias Hughes, Tuhwnt i'r Afon; Mr. David Roberts, Tyucha'rffordd Mr. R. E. Williams, Pant y Meuriig Mr. William Hughes, Blaenddol; Mr. George Smith, Ty'n- terf'yn Mr. Willie Roberts and Mr. R. Lloyd Roberts, Panteg; Mr. H. Roberts, Council School Mr. W. E. Hughes, Ty Newydd Mr. Sam Roberts, Post Office. After the tables had been cleared, an entertainment was held, Mr. Riahard Thomas, Garthmaelog, presiding. The chief success of this part was the choir, under the leadership of Mr. George Smith. Misses A. B. Jones, Jennie Evans, Annie Roberts, and Mr. David Roberts contributed solos; Miss L. Roberts, Mr. W. E. Hughes, and Mr. H. Ro- berts gave recitations: Misses Jane Williams and Mary Jones gave a splendid dialogue, while Gwilyiro Cenin was in his usual merry mood with his bardic address. A most enjoyable evening wias brought to a close by singing "Hen WTad fy Nhadau."

LLANDDOGET. PARISH MEETING.—A parish meeting was held on Friday evening, Mr. Elias Williams, Bryn Saiith, presiding. There was also pre- sent Mr. R. E. Thomas. Clerk to the Council; Messrs. David Owen (Maes Mawr), and Robert Jones (Ty'ntwll) were elected overseers. Mr. D. Owen was also re-elected to represent the parish on the Board of Guardians.

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PENMACHNO. COMPENSATION.—'Mr. Twigge Ellis ap- plied on behalf of the widow of the late Hugh Parry Roberts, Penmachno, under the Work- men's Compensation Act, 1906. Mr. Ellis said the matter was before his Honour at the previous Court, when they were asked to supply fuller particulars of the deceased's earnings, and now the manager submitted the average weekly earnings of the husband for the last three years at the Pen- machno Slate Quarry. £184 17s. 3d. had been paid into Court. The widow gave evidence that she had 7 children, three of whom were de- pendent upon the earnings of the husband, and she asked that the money be paid by instalments of £2 per month. Mr. J. 1). Jones, solicitor, mentioned that he a-neared for a creditor, but his Honour said he could not hear him. Asked if there were any any further debts, Mr. Ellis ex- plained that she had been supplied with some things, but the Rector, the Rev. Ben. Jones, who was present in Court, had paid for those. There were still owing an item, of £2 18s. 2d. and £3 for the coffin, and he asked that the instalments should start immediately as the children would require some clothing. His Honour said he found that the widow and the three younger children were wholly dependent, and he order that Zio be paid forthwith, and the balance at the rate of £2 per month. FATAL ACCIDENT IN CANADA.—Mr. Ralph Hughes, the^eldest son of Mr. Rd. Hughes, the Eagles Hotel, met with a fatal accident while working on a railway in Canada, owing to an avalanche falling on him. His body will be brought over to be buried at the St. Tyddyd's Churchyard. A little over two years ago he came home to be married. Much sympathy is felt for his widow (Mrs. Hughes. Garth Cclyn, Llanrwst) and family in their sad bereavement. TEMPERANCE MEETING.—A meeting of the local branch of the North Wales Women's Temperance Union was held at Bethania (W.) Chapel, on Thursday evening, presided over by Mrs. W. Lloyd Davies. Among those who took part were Miss K. M. Jones, Miss M. J. Jones, Miss M. J. Lewis (assistant mistress at the Penmachno Council School), the White Ribbon Choir (under the leadership of Miss M. Lloyd Jones), MissN. V. Jones, Miss Amy Williams, and Miss L. K. Evans (Bradford House). SALEM (C.M.) LITERARY SOCIETY.- The Rev. T. J. James presided on Friday even- ing, when a very interesting paper was read by Mr. John Richards, Graianfryn, on Penmachno in the olden times." PARISH MEETING.—A parish meeting was held at the Council School on Saturday evening. The chair was taken by Mr. John Richards, Graianfryn. The Penmachno Liberal Associa- rion handed in nine nominations :-Dr. W. Michael Williams, Messrs. Hugh Hughes, Llys Caradoc; Richard Thomas, Cwm-road; J. R. Hughes, Swch Isaf John Williams, Commerce House INr. Daniel Davies, Bryn Awel E. Davies Jones, Bod Alaw Ebenezer Jones, Islwyn and David Williams, Collfryn House, who were subsequently elected unopposed, as no other nomination papers were put in. Mr. E. Davies Jones, solicitor, initiated a discussion regarding the inquiry to be held at Colwyn Bay into the claim of Denbighshire Council Council to transfer the parishes of Maenan and Abbey from Carnarvonshire to Denbighshire., EBENEZER LITERARY SOCIETY.—On Friday evening Mr. D. Lloyd Morris, headmaster of the Llandudno Junction Council School, was in the chair. The following took part:-Miss Annie Evans, Bron Dderw A. Williams, Con- way Falls; Misses L. and J. Williams, Panty- maen, and Messrs. Thomas Roberts, Ebenezer Jones, and J. P. Thomas. The accompanists were Mr. W. G. Jones, Glandwr, and Miss Kate Jones, Factory.

CWM, PENMACHNO. LIBERAL MEETING.—A meeting under the auspices of the Cwm Liberal Association, was held at Carmel on Friday evening, the Chair- man of the Association, who also gave an ad- being taken by Mr. Thomas Rowlands, Chair- man of the Association, who also gave an ad- dress. The balance sheet for the year was read by the Treasurer, Mr. Hugh Roberts. The following were re-elected officers :—President, Mr. Thomas Rowlands, Glasfryn House Trea- surer, Mr. Hugh Roberts, Glanaber Secre- taries, Messrs. E. W. Roberts and E. Nathaniel Edwards. Mr. John Jones, 1, Machno-terrace, proposed the following resolution, which was seconded by Mr. Hugh Roberts, and passed unanimously: That the local elections this year be run on political lines." Mr. E. W. Ro- berts was unanimously elected as a Liberal can- didate for the Geirionydd District Council. The meeting also pledged itself to support the candi- dature of Messrs. Hugh Hughes and John Richards, the candidates brought forward by the Penmachno Liberal Association. A test ballot was taken on twelve names sunmittcd as candidates to represent the Cwm Ward on the Penmachno Parish Council, and the following six had a majority:—Messrs. John Jones, Machno-terrace; James Williams, Dol Awen Owen Edwards, Ddol; R. E. Jones, Machno- terrace Thomas Rowlands, Glasfryn House and R. J. Roberts, Machno-terrace. An ad- dress was given by Mr. W. Griffith Evans, Secre- tary of the Penmachno Liberal Association. TEMPERANCE MEETING.—The Cwm branch held a meeting at Siloh Chapel on Friday evening, the president being Miss Harriett Hughes, Machno-terrace. Amongst those who took part were Miss Kate Williams, Dolawen Miss Sallie Hughes, Miss Kate Thomas, and Miss K. Williams, Foel. A practical scientific ad- dress on Alcohol and its effects on the human body was given by Miss L. K. Evans, Brad- ford House, Penmachno, an assistant mistress at the Penmachno Council School.

GWYTHERIN. PARISH MEETING.—A parish meeting was held on Monday, Mr. Robert Jones, Ty'n'rardd, presiding. There was also present Mr. E. R. Thomas, acting as deputy for Mr. R. E. Thomas (Clerk to the Parish Council). The following were elected to servei on the Parish Council:- Messrs. David Griffith, Ty'nddol; John Jones, Merddyn Robert Jones, Ty'n'rarddj R. M. Morris, Hendre Robert Roberts, Penitre Ellis Williams, Bryn Goleu and R. E. Williams, Ty Newydd Penant.

EGLWYS BACH. ADMINISTRATION O;RDER,-At the Llan- rwst County Court before His Honour Judge Moss, Mr. J. D. Jones, Solicitor, mentioned the case of Mr. Llewellyn Jones, Wheelwright, Eglwysbach, whidh came before the last Court, and in which His Honpur had made an admin- istration order, subject to the payment into Court of a sum of £ i8 due to Mr. Jones by the purchaser of his business. This the purchaser would not be able to do until the end of the quarter, and Mr. Jones applied to have the order made for administration on payment of 618 into the April Court. PARISH MEETING.—The triennial parish meeting was held at the Schools on Monday night, when an unusually large number of rate- payers were present. The Rev. Gwilym Roberts presided, and he was supported by the Clerk of the Council (Mr. Richard Roberts). Fourteen parishioners had been nominated for eleven seats on the Parish Council, and in order to avoid an election their names were submitted to a vote. The eleven highest candidates stood as fol- lows:-R. E. Hughes, New Mills, 54 *Evan Jones, Rhiw, 51 *William Roberts, Waen Fechan, 51 Owen Jones, Ffrith Lwyd, 48 R. O. Williams, Tyddynllan, 48 J. Williams, Bryn Myfvr, 43; Robert Williams, Ffrith Lon, 39"; Jesse Williams, Bryn Tirion, 29 David Owen, Graig, 28; *William Hughes, Wern Bwys, 27 *J. E. Jones, Plas Llan, 27. (The denotes an old member.) Mr. Preen, Gwyndv, one of the unsuccessful candidates, demanded a poll, but as onlv two voted in favour of this, his demand failed, and the above were declared duly elected, DISTRICT COUNCIL ELECTION.—Much interest is taken locally in this election, and six candidates have come forward to contest the two seats. An effort was made at the above meeting to come to an understanding, and thereby avoid a poll, but it proved fruitless, as Mr. Preen insisted on going before the electors. The nominees, beside Mr. Preen, are :—Edward Jones, Ty Gwyn David Owen, Graig Evan Roberts, Dyrfryn Robert Williams, Ffrith Lon and R. O. Williams, Tyddyn Llan.

LLANGERNYW. THE LITERARY SOCIETY.-A meeting was held at Llangernyw (B.) Chapel, with Mr. John Jones, Waterloo, as chairman. Amongst those who took part were Misses Annie Hughes, Lizzie Hughes, Lizzie Jones, and Williams, Tuhwnti'rafon Messrs. Owen Jones, Crel, and J. Owen whilst Messrs. O. C. Ellis and John Jones, mason, were adjudged winners for an im- promptu speech. PARISH MEETING.—At the annual parish meeting held at the schoolroom on Monday night, 14 nominations were handed in for nine vacancies. From want of co-operation between the upper and lower Wards of the par- ish, a poll was demanded at the meeting. But, to avoid a parochial election, an amicable under- standing between both parties is almost assured. THE NEW C.M. CHAPEL.—The new C.M. Chapel at Llangernyw is practically completed, with the exception of minor items. Arrangements are made to open it by the beginning of April. The services of eminent ministers are being secured for the occasion. OBITUARY.—-The death occurred, after a comparative short illness, of Mr. Ellis Jones, Pentre Wern, on Monday, at the age of 76 years. Deceased was a native of Trawsfynydd, but re- moved to Llangernyw some years ago. He was one of the most faithful and active members of the C.M. Chapel. The interment took place at Blaenau Festiniog on Friday.

BETTWS-Y-COED. USEFUL GIFTS.-On Thursday evening, the members of the Women's Temperance Associa- tion met for the purpose of distributing articles made by their sewing class during the latter part of the session. These useful articles were distributed amongst the most deserving in the parish, and were very acceptable. MUSICAL SUCCESS.—We congratulate Mrs. Phillips (Llinos Elsi) on her success at Capel Garmon, on Saturday evening, where she divided the prize in the challenge solo competition. The adjudicator was the ever-popular Mr. G. H. Arfon. ELECTION.—The nominations for the Dis- trict Council closes to-day. We understand that Mr. Robert Parry, Oakfield, has decided to re- tire, as has also Mr. J.I. Rees. The other mem- bers will seek re-election. There are two names already mentioned, namely, Mr. W. E. Jones, Tan Lan, and Mr. Thomas Evans, Oakfield. The election takes place on Saturday, April 2nd.

DOLGARROG. PARISH MEETING.—A very largely attended parish meeting was held at Tyucha'rffordd on Tuesday evening. Mr. Jonathan Hughes, Tany- ffordd, was elected Chairman for the ensuing year. It was decided to call the attention of the Rural District Council to the unsatisfactory state of the road from Bont Newydd to Ganeg Wen. The Secretary was instructed to request the Aluminium Corporation to construct a bridge of the loet on the public footpath near Ardda. Mr. William Williams, Cedryn, Mr. J. Williams, Seglen, and Mr. Evans, Xewborough Arms, were appointed overseers, and Mr. E. J. Evans re-elected District Councillor. A resolu- tion w.as passed supporting the movement for getting a motor service between Llanrwst and Conway..

CONWAY. .A GOOD PLACE FOR BOOTS.—For the best and cheapest of all classes of boots and shoes, go to Joseph Jones, Gompton House, Castle-street, Conway. Best shop for repairs. Agent for K Boots and other best Brands. JOHN M'GILP, practical watchmaker and jeweller. Watches, clocks, jewellery, spectacles, and silver-plate repaired. Address High-street, Conway. 1573 For perfect fitting and natural looking arti- ficial Teeth go to Kay and Sons, Ty'n-y-Ffordd, Abergele road, Colwyn Bay. Visits 22, Upper Gate Street (Mrs. Jones) every Tuesday, 2.30 to 4.30. DRUNKENNESS.—At a special Police Court on Friday before Dr. R. Arthur Prichard, a tramping labourer named George Wig-gins, alias Bourne, was ordered to pay a fine of 10s. and costs or in default 14 days hard labour on a charge of drunkenness the previous night. P.C. Davies proved the case. CARMEL LITERARY SOCIETY.-There- was a fairly good attendance at the meeting of the Carmel C.M. Literary Society on Monday night, when an excellent paper was read by Mr. Hugh Hughes on John Jones, -Talysarn." A debate was also opened on whether the Church should support the games of the present day, most excellent papers being prepared in the affirmative by Mr. Osborne Jones and in the negative by Mr. J. Hughes Roberts. A number of the young members took part in the discus- sion, all of whom were thanked at the close of the meeting. BILLIARD HANDICAP.—The final of the Constitutional Club billiard handicap for the Naylor Challenge Cup was played on Monday night, the winner being MT. W. John Hughes, who beat Mr. Traoey Jones. A match for the third and fourth prizes will be played between Robert Jones and J. G. Graham. SLEEPING OUT.—Before Dr. R. Arthur- Prichard, at a special Court, on Tuesday morn- ing, Joseph Jones, who said he was a native of Davenport, but his father was a native of Conway, was charged with sleeping out at Llan- dudno Junction the previous night. P.C. Davies spoke to receiving a complaint from Mr. John Roberts, Penrhios Farm, about a man Ul sleeping in the outbuildings. When he went there he found the defendant there asleep. He woke the man, and his excuse was that he was too late to get a ticket for the workhouse. He had no visible means of subsistence. Sentence of fourteen days' hard labour was passed on him. PALM SUNDAY.—Next Sunday is Palm Sun- day, and at the evening service in the Parish Church Dr. Tozer's fine cantata "The way of the Cross will be rendered'by a choir of about 60 voices, accompanied by the new organ and an orchestra. ST. AGNES' CHURCH.—The organ, which which was built by Messrs. Willis many years ago, in the Parish Church, has been taken down to make rooan for the new organ pre- sented by Mr. Albert Wood, J.P., D.L., and has been removed to and re-erected at St Agnes' Church. It was formally opened by Mr. Sinclair Allan, the organist, who gave a short recital after the evening service. THE SNOWDROP BAND.—This organisa- tion, which has held a series of successful meet- ings throughout the winter months, was brought to a close on Friday night, when a sumptuous supper and entertainment was given the young members in the Baptist Chapel schoolroom. The tables had, been prettily laid out, and over thirty young people partook of the delicacies 'd, provided them. The tables having been cleared, a very interesting programme was gone through under the presidency of Mrs. Edward Jones, Oadwern (President of the North Wales Women's Temperance Union), who delivered a very interesting address to the children, urging upon them to live a life of purity. Mrs. Gwvnedd Roberts also addressed the children, and the officers of Lhe band are truly thankful to her for the interest she has taken in the or- ganisation and for supplying the snowdrops and pots to form the band. The Rev. T. Gwynedd Roberts also gave good advice. The following was the programme: -Song, Clyw ni, fwyn Waredwr," Rosetta Jones recitation, Pwy fel Ie-,ll," Mary Janet Jones; song, "Iesu derbyn fi," Edith Jones; song Lead me gently," Gwyneth Edwards; song, Llefara, addfwyn Iesu," Katie Jones. Then came the distribution of the prizes to the girls who had taken be-A care of the snowdrops and had the most pure flower :—Class i j, Ethel Allsupp 2, Margaret Jane Jones. Class II.: 1, Louisa Evans; 2, Edith Williams. Class III. 1, Katie Jones 2, Agnes Roberts. The prizes were kindly pro- vided by the Conway branch of the North Wales Women's Temperance Union. The fol- lowing young ladies are to be heartily congratu- lated upon the work of the band during the winter mornrths: -Mis.s Jennie Edwards, Cad- nant (President) Miss May Jones, Dol-awen (Vice- President) Miss Edith Jones, Compton House (Secretary) and Miss Gwennie Griffiths, Re-gent House (Treasurer). These young ladies had taken a great interest in the children, and on Friday night they were untiring in their efforts to make the evening an enjoyable one. Votes of thanks were accorded the local branch of the Women's Temperance Uinion, on the proposition of Miss Gwennie Griffiths, seconded by Miss Edith Jones, and a cordial vote of thanks was given the young ladies in charge of the band, on the motion of Miss Chrissde Jones, Secretary of the Union, and seconded by Mrs. Gwynedd Roberts. A most enjoyable evening 1 was concluded with the singing of a hymn, and the offering of prayer by the Rev. Gwynedd Roberts. THE CHORAL SOCIETY.—On Sunday evening, the members of the Choral Society, who recently gave such a successful concert in the Town Hall, met at the Guild Hall for the purpose of considering the desirability of com- peting at the forthcoming National Eisteddfod. It was explained by the Chairman of the Com- mittee that the choir, if formed, would be quite independent of the Choral Society, but some of the members had felt that it would be a stimu- lus to the choir to undertake competitive work. Several spoke on the matter at the meeting, and it was ultimately decided to form a choir, and a committee of ladies and gentlemen was appointed to arrange the necessary details. It is proposed to enter the second choral competi- tion of the Eisteddfod, and any persons inde- pendent of the Choral Society wishing to join should send in their names as early as possible to Mr. R. T. Hughes, Glenfa, who has been appointed Secretary pro tem. SOCIAL.—On Thursday evening, a very successful social was held in the St. Johns Eng- lish Wesleyan Chapel in connection with the formation of a young People's Literary Associ- ation. There was a good number present, and a very enjoyable evening was spent. The Rev. Wm. Mellor is; the president of the Association. Mrs. Shadman and Miss Edith Lewis have been appointed co-secretaries, and Mr. Albert Evans, treasurer. It is proposed to hold the meeting's, which will be undenominational, fortnightly. WORKHOUSE TREAT.—On Tuesday even- ing, the Conway Choral Society gave their an- nual entertainment and treat to the inmates of the Workhouse. This treat is always looked forward to with the keenest interest by the in- mates, but on this occasion the children, who now occupy the Cottage. Homes, were absent. The entertainment was held in the spacious din- ing hall, where the inmates were gathered to- gether, and presented a spotlessly clean appear- ance. The choir, under the leadership of Mr. J P. Griffiths, and accompanied by Mrs. Baugh on the piano, gave a renderingof several choruses from the Martyrs," and also the anthem, By Babylon's Wave." The programme was aug- mented by very effective rendering of solos by Miss Nesta Jones, Miss A. A. Williams, Mr. W. E. Jones, and Mr. Robert Roberts. The duett, In the twilight," was very prettily rendered by the Misses A. A. Williams and Gwladys Parry. Humorous recitations, which evidently pleased the audience, were given by Mr. John Evans, Henryd. During an interval, members of the choir distributed tobacco to the men, tea and sugar to the women, and oranges and apples to the children. They also left a quantity of fruit to be sent and distributed to the children in the Cottage Homes. The choir were heartily thanked by the inmates for theftreat, on the proposition of the Master (Mr. Edward Jones), which they signified by giving three hearty cheers. The evening was a most enjoyable one, and many of the inmates are already looking forward to a similar concert next year. The singing of Hen Wlad fy Nhadau closed the programme. As the inmates wended their way to the different wards, members of the choir recognised many old faces, and there was some very hearty hand- shaking. CORPORATION FIRE BRIGADE.—Orders for week ending March 28th :—Station duty, Firemen Robert Jones and Rowland Jones, Pro- bationers T. E. Jones and Owen Owens; officer on duty, Chief Officer F. A. Delamotte.—F. A. Delamotte, Chief Officer. BOROUGH BAND CONCERT.—This eon- cert, which was to have taken place yesterday (Wednesday) evening in the Town Hall, has been nostponed to this (Thursday) evening, and we pope the event will prove a great success in every way. PRESENTATION.—On Friday afternoon the staff of Messrs. R. E. Jones & Bros., proprietors of the North Wales Weekly News," met to present R. J. Martin with a dressing case on the eve of his departure for Pittsburg. Mr. Martin, who has been in the firm's employ for eight years, takes with him the good wishes of the entire office. Speeches were made by Mr. J. W. Arrowsmith (who presided), Mr. P. R. Herbert (Advertising Mantager), and Mr. T. J. Parry, who made the presentation oil behalf of the subscribers, and the recipient replied in appropriate terms.

LLANDUDNO JUNCTION. For Perfect Fitting and Natural looking Arti- ficial Teeth go to Kay and Sons, Ty'n-y-Ffordd, Abertgele Road, Colwyn Bay. Visits Mr. Tones, Chemist, every Thursday, 2.30 to 4.30. High class work at the most moderate charge. 169 RAILWAY CHANGE.—Mr. J. Powell, as- sistant superintendent to Mr. Henry Nevitt, of the Locomotive Department of the Railway Co. in this place for nine years, leaves at the end of this month for Swansea. Mr. Powell leaves Llandudno Junction, for South Wales for the benefit of his health, which has not been good of late. His loss in many good works will be felt. NEW ASSEMBLY ROOM.—Much gratifica- tion is felt that the new Assembly Room, which has just been opened at Ty'nyfron, is so com- modious, and meets a long-felt want. JUMBLE SALE.—A jumble sale was held yesterday (Wednesday) in connection with the English Presbyterian Church, and was a suc- cess, many bargains being also obtained. ACCIDENT.—On Monday, whilst Mr. Alfred Wright, head fitter at the Locomotive Depart- ment of the London and North-Western Rail- way Company, was following his occupation, he met with an accident. It appears he fell from an engine upon a heap of bricks and sus- tained a severe strain to the ankle of his left foot. He was conveyed home by four of his comrades and medically attended to, and is progressing as well as can be expected. TEMPERANCE EISTEDDFOD AT CREWE. -On Saturday an Eisteddfod is being held at Crewe under the auspices of the London and North-Wrestern Railway Temperance Union. Many entries have been received from the place, amongst which are a joint male voice choir from Bangor and Llandudino Junction.. We wish the competitors success. TEA PARTY AND CONCERT.—These events were held at the Pensarn C.M. Chapel on Wednesday last, and were very successful. The Mayor of Conway (Mr. John Williams, J.P.) presided at the concert, and the pastor, the Rev. Heiiry Jones, conducted. The special arti-it-e.s were Miss Bessie Tregonin, of Den- bigh (soprano) Mr. Watkin Hughes, Rhos (tenor) Mr. W. H. Davies, Llansannan (bari- tone) and they were assisted by the following local artistes —Miss Nellie Owen, Miss Nellie Thomas, Miss Frances Parry, and Mr. Thos. Tones, and Mr. R. Twroig Williams, Mr. Os- borne Roberts, and Mr. R. H. Roberts were the accompanists, and Mr. M. Lloyd Morris re- cited in a very able manner. There was a crowded audience, and the concert thoroughly enjoyed throughout, encores being frequent. R AILWAYM EN'S MEETING.—An open meeting of railwaymen under the auspices of the local branch of the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants was held in the new As- sembly Room at Ty'nyfron on Sunday ev ing, when addresses were delivered by Messrs. Wain wright, of Wrexham, and Cropper, of Liverpool, both members of the Liverpool and North Wales Council, a body composed of re- presentatives of the various branches within that area, and who meet quarterly for the transaction of business. The local branch is affiliated to this, and is privileged to have speakers who are memlbers of the Council. The attendance was excellent, and the speeches, each of half-an-hour's duration, were listened to with rapt attention. Mr. Wainwrigbt referred to the hardship of suspending men for a few days for trivial offences, a practice which was growing. Not only were the men penalised, but the wives and children had to suffer, as it meant stopping the supplies. The remedy had been somewhat supplied, by the Society granting 24s. per week, or 4s. per day, to members who were not guilty of serious misconduct. He also re- ferred to the financial benefits to be derived from the Orphan Fund, which was costing over /.q,ooo per annum. He also gave an instance— Godfrey Jones, signalman, G.C.R., where the legal defence of the man cost the Society ;C6,ooo. In dealing with the Trade Union aspect of the work, he said he was optimistic enough to be- lieve that the time was not far distant when the Railway Companies would not only re- cognise the Societies, but would seek their co- operation in the settlemen of disputes. Mr. Cropper treated the matter from the point of the increased cost of living during recent years, and made an interesting comparison of rent and eatables of to-day and that of ten years ago. RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL ELECTION. —A meeting of the Llandudno J unction Liberals was held on Monday evening at Caer-salem C.M. Chapel, with respect to the forthcoming Rural District Council. Mr. H. W. Hughes, Chair- man of the Liberal Association, presdded. The candidates chosen to contest for seats on the Council were Mr. Hugh Owen, Isfryn, and the Rev. Henry Jones, C.M. Minister. The follow- ing delegates were appointed to attend the meet- ing at Glanwydde.n lsat night (Wednesday): — Messrs. H. W. Hughes, Stanlev Stores, James Davies, Derlwyn, and Hugh Jones. MINISTERS' FRATERNAL.On Monday afternoon the monthly fraternal of congrega- tional ministers was held at Glasfryn House. In the absence of the Rev. C. Williams, Pen- maenmawr, the venerable octogenarian the Rev. D P. Davies, occupied the chair. The subject for discussion was the revised version of the Welsh Bible conducted by the Rev. W. Penllyn Jones, Colwyn. The other members present were the Revs. Keinion Thomas, H. R. Wil- liams, Llewelyn Jerman, Professor T. Rees, B.A. J. Luther Thomas; Meirion Mason; D. Harris, and J. R. Jones. RATEPAYERS' ASSOCIATION.—Mr. Geo. Edwards presided at Monday's meeting of this Association, when there was a good attendance. The Chairman and Mr. Nevitt presented speci- fications of the fire-extinguishing appliances re- quired for the Junction, which were approved of and ordered to be forwarded to the Parish Council, with a request that the same be pur- chased as early as possible. It was also re- solved to make an application to the County I Council with a view of having the parish of Llangystenin divided into wards for the purpose of Rural Council and Guardian elections.